In financial year 2022, Rio Tinto's operational Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were 30.3 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO₂e). Scope 1 emissions relate to direct emissions owned or controlled by company, and are typically higher than Scope 2 emissions, which relate to indirect emissions, such as purchased electricity.
Greenhouse gas emissions of selected mining companies worldwide in financial year 2022, by scope
(in million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent)
Figures were compiled by Statista from company annual reports and sustainability reports.
Scope 1 emissions are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, such as the combustion of diesel in mining vehicles.
Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased or acquired electricity, steam, heat, or cooling.
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